Automotive News & Information - Harold's Used Auto Parts, Inc.

At Harold's Used Auto Parts Inc in Philadelphia, were huge fans of seatbelts. They dramatically reduce the chances of being injured in an automobile accident, and in many cases, they are the difference between a fatal crash and walking away unharmed. But how long has the seat belt been around? When did wearing it become law?

Looking for the best auto service in town? Why stop there? At Harold's Used Auto Parts Inc, we're not only home to the best service you'll find here in Philadelphia, PA, but the best you'll find - anywhere.

For obvious reasons, air brakes are an essential part of your rig. They also add a level of complication to the braking system that a conventional vehicle doesn’t have. At Harold's Used Auto Parts Inc in Philadelphia, our mechanics have the knowledge, equipment, and ability necessary to keep your air brakes in top shape.

Trucks aren’t like cars...your average personal vehicle usually holds about 5 quarts of oil, and you are supposed to change it every 3-5k miles. However, the same logic doesn’t apply to large trucks. At Harold's Used Auto Parts Inc in Philadelphia, we know how important proper oil changes and diagnostics are to keep your truck on the road, for hundreds of thousands of miles. Here’s what you need to know:

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At Harold's Used Auto Parts Inc in Philadelphia, we know there’s a lot of conflict on when you should maintenance certain things on your truck. We also know there are consequences to neglecting maintenance; the difference between a truck that breaks down all the time and a truck that has covered over a million miles virtually trouble free all boils down to maintenance.

At Harold's Used Auto Parts Inc in Philadelphia, PA, we have the facilities, equipment, and technicians necessary to complete any job, no matter how big or small. When it comes to fleet and diesel trucks, the right people with the correct equipment makes all the difference - we’ll keep your truck reliably on the road, and we’re the fastest, most efficient repair facility in the business. When it comes to trucks this size, and this valuable, cut-rate maintenance and repair simply won’t do; you need professionals, with the tools and equipment necessary to get the job done right.

Tires are often neglected, but easy to maintain. As long as they work, most people don’t really think about them. However, if you take care to properly maintain your vehicle and your tires, they will last much, much longer. At Harold's Used Auto Parts Inc in Philadelphia, we see all too often the results of poor tire maintenance, and the result is expensive new tires. Here’s what you can do to make sure you don’t become part of that statistic.

transmission fluid being poured into car

Our goal at Harold's Used Auto Parts Inc in Philadelphia, PA is to provide you with the best transmission service possible. One way we do that is by helping you understand a little more about your transmission and the way it works. Knowledge about your vehicle and its systems allow you to catch problems when they arise and deal with them appropriately, saving you money and easing some of the stress of car ownership. You probably already know how to check your oil, and when to change it. Checking and maintaining transmission fluid is something people tend to understand far less about, however. Here’s what you need to know.